At Anchor On My Narrowboat In the Middle of a Vast Lake!
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- Опубликовано: 20 сен 2024
- I never thought I would ever drop my anchor on my narrowboat, but this week I do. Find out why in this vlog. Sit back, relax and enjoy. Take care 🦋🌻
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The Mindful Narrowboat is one of the few videos I watch at normal speed, as opposed to 1.25 or even 1.50!! BECAUSE I enjoy savoring every second with you!!! Thanks so much for sharing your adventures with us!!
That is such a compliment- thank you so much 😊 Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
I needed a few minutes of quiet entertainment today. I always smile when I see 2 biscuits then sometimes a wee pause and a 3rd shows up, especially if they are small or plain. Thanks for giving me a moment to pause and rest here with you - Isabel 🤗🇨🇦
I could have done with 4 of those sesame seed snaps to be honest as they are so light it's like eating air! 😂 Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋
I love that tiny pause too
I like zeph’s smile today. I greatly appreciate you. Wonderful Narrow Boating, Tea, Art, and storytelling.
That is so kind of you- thank you so much! Take care 🌻🦋
@@themindfulnarrowboat Kindness greets Kindness even if far away, its brush will retouch,
the colors of our day, a smiling pup, a proper cup, landscapes far and wide,
In the end you have a friend that will moor up by your side.
I watch every week!
Time to put my feet up, after making a cracking cup of tea, may be a snack or three and relax because, it's Friday and that means The Mindful Narrowboat vlog, starring the ever timeless Vanessa and Zeph , contiuing their journey around Britains waterways. addictive viewing.
Definitely three snacks are recommended! I hope you enjoy the vlog. Take care 🦋🌻
@@themindfulnarrowboat loved it as I always do Vanessa. Thank you for allowing me to share in your continued Adventures. Stay Safe and have an awesome weekend.
Hello's Vanessa Hope your days going great I've seen you've added new adventure today and will be watching later today after my working day at my manufacturing facility is completed your adventures are so inspiring and Like to wish you safe journeys and a wonderful weekend Thanks for sharing your narrow boat experiences with us all 😉
What a dream life Zephyr has! Plenty of sights, smells, sounds, tons of critters and lots of exercise including swimming. A gentle loving caretaker makes it absolutely perfect.
Awwww what a fun filled adventurous time we all had thanks for having us to sharetc now the oldies 👍🤗👍🤗
Thank you so much! 😊 Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Friday evening, time to settle down and prepare for a sound night’s sleep. Vanessa, Zephyr and Alice Grace make the perfect team to transition from a busy day to a quiet evening. You always hit the mark. Thank you so much for all you do. You are a precious gift.
What a beautiful serene vlog, you are rapidly becoming my favourite half hour relaxation of the week, I lose myself in the tranquility of you life adventures, long may they continue…. Thank you sooooo much
That’s so kind of you, Mick. Thank you for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
What a Great way to start the weekend, with the latest video from Vanessa and Zephyr, Beautiful scenery and Ohhh Zephyr, those eyes speak volumes,...You've both made my weekend, Thank You so much.
Zephyr communicates all that she wants with those big brown eyes of hers! It's such an effective language that she has created there. 🐾🐾💚Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🦋🌻
Thanks for sending us this Love, and Love right back to You from Us! Music in this one was extra special and the humorous old inserts also.
That’s so kind of you! Thank you for watching. Take care 🦋🌻
What an amazing place for a stop, I'd be happy to stay for a week 😊
It was a great place to stop. Thank you for watching. Take care 🦋🌻
Your eye for spotting nature is brilliant , Vanessa. Loved the shot of the dragonfly. Also the sunset was beautiful. Thank you.
Thank you so much, Robin! The sun came out this week and brought the nature with it. Take care 🦋🌻
Beautiful as always. You,Alice Grace and her "garden" and Zephyr. I savor every moment as a treat,as your video visit leaves a spark of happiness and gratitude for what you teach and share. I loved Swallows and Amazon's books as a child,you reminded me of that long ago joy! Bravo on your adventure at anchor.
That is so kind of you, Joanne! Thank you so much 😊 Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Watching my favourite friday vlog from the middle of the atlantic ocean, heading for Canada.
Oh my goodness! 🤩 The middle of the Atlantic Ocean- you must have laughed your head off at me in a tiny lake with my anchor!😂Thank you for your lovely comment.Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Swallows & Amazons! ..one of my all time favourites - which is probably why I enjoy your vlogs so much!
I love the tranquility of the River Weaver. Your decision to drop anchor over lunchtime was a wonderful touch & a real escape. Thank you for being ever mindful, Vanessa. I look forward to taking time out to enjoy your updates. Take care xx
It's amazing how you can just walk across fields and property without it being illegal, and find the different places you go to. It's just an interesting way of life you have there!
I love walking and discovering new footpaths. 😍 Thank you for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
@@themindfulnarrowboat Yes, I noticed there are pedestrian gates at what I'm guessing are property lines, that are obviously there so people can use the footpaths. I watch Ben and Emily's narrowboat channel too, and they do the same thing to get from their boat to various places. You guys live in such a different world than I do. You take care too. :)
Lovely video as ever! I always loved being at anchor rather than tied alongside; so peaceful. And you had us in suspense waiting to see if there would be a third biscuit 😂
It is such a lovely floaty feeling being at anchor isn’t it? Thank you for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Another beautiful video. Watching your Vlog has totally changed the way I look at my surroundings. Even well trodden paths become a new experience. Thank you for giving me that.
That is such a beautiful thing to say. I am so pleased that you are finding the treasures around you on your walks. It’s magic isn’t it? Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
@@themindfulnarrowboat thanks a lot. Yes, it’s magic.
What a beautiful, relaxing vlog to watch on a Saturday morning, thank you Vanessa 😊🦋 🦆🌿
Another filled vlog with lovely scenery great sketches and poetry and adventures, what more could we ask for on a Friday night . Have a lovely weekend 🐛🐞🍂📮🐕
Hi Simon, I hope you are well? Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
That low bridge!! When I went narrow boating with my family back in the 1970s, I always used to dream of low bridges and wake several times in the night for the first few nights on board! Lovely video as always Vanessa. I loved Zephyr with a muddy face - she is gorgeous.
Thank you
I will be having nightmares about them now! 🤭 Thank you for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
I will be having nightmares about them now! 🤭 Thank you for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Swallows and Amazons forever and Vanessa, Zephyr and Mr M too! How lovely to float on a lake and lollygag the afternoon away. I love your wellies and Zehyr's grubby nose. Yes, i hope you will anchor once more in a yet to be discovered pond. take care and happy trails in the week ahead. W xxx
I don't want to wish time away,but do so look forward to your Friday blog....every week is a new adventure for us to watch....thank you so much,and what a very good girl you are Zephyr..have a great weekend,love to you all from Walter cat and me xxx
Thank you so much, Trish and Walter! Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
This trip was lovely. Enjoyed your poem. You and your creativity in writing, drawing and observing creation just makes me smile and breath deeply, enjoying the journey you so graciously take us on. Many thanks ! 🤗💕
Thankyou for taking me on your swallow and Amazons fabulous adventure! So calming and serene, you have a great story telling voice and a keen eye for nature.....my relaxation pit stop ... again thankyou 😀
Oh that was a tough watch today, Swallows and Amazons was my late wife's favourite book and film. I sense you would've been kindred spirits as Nicola always wanted to go on an adventure on a narrowboat. Thank you for taking the time to film, edit and share these wonderful, insightful and positive moments. Best wishes, Kevin.
Good morning Vanessa wonderful viewing today take care keep well xxx
All those pages you turn are such incredible memories shared with so many…Each page brings so much peaceful enriching joy 🙏🏻🥰🤩👍🏻
That is so kind of you- thank you ☺️ 🦋🌻
Hi Vanessa - I’m so sorry I’m late in commenting. I didn’t see the notification bell flash up ~ my niece is getting married today and as I couldn’t go I’ve been having pictures come in and little bits of videos - the nurse has just been giving me medication so in about half an hour I will settle down and watch your brilliant informative Vlog/video ~ have a brilliant weekend - sending loads of love and loads of hugs as always ~ Xxx Xxx
Congratulations to your niece on getting married; I hope the weather was kind to her today. Thank you so much for your comment, Louise. Wishing you the best in health and happiness. Take care 🌻🦋
Just beautiful to idle awhile here and what fun! Have a good weekend 🦋🌸🐾🙏
It was so strange but utterly wonderful to be at anchor. Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
I can just hear the folk on the wee cruiser....."we need a bigger engine".😂 For heaven's sake, please go back to some decent biscuits...sesame snaps indeed! 😯😂 Thank you for another lovely film👍
😂 Thank you for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
We love watching your videos on our 72” smart TV, a world away in Hebron Indiana.
How wonderful!🤩 I think it's amazing that you are watching all the way from Indiana. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
I get so excited knowing I will “ travel” with Vanessa every Friday! Happy Autumn 🍂
It’s lovely to have you come along! Thank you so much 😊 Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Great way to meet folks. Just drop anchor in the middle of nowhere and soon enough you have company. Always interesting. 👌 🇨🇦 👍
Another great video, thank you!
Thank you so much, Barbara! Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋
“Shrinkflation” has become a reality of our daily lives. So it was with a little trepidation that I ordered The Nature Journal Of A Narrowboater (2023). Vanessa’s art and poetry, have always been worthy of passing down to the next generation. I was concerned that increases in the costs of her supplies and production would have to be reflected in her books. Again, I was pleasantly surprised when my 2023 book arrived and was of the same high standards as my 2022 edition. This book is an exceptional value for money! I’m glad subscribers are supporting her through purchases, allowing her to continue on with this tradition of excellence. P.S. Excellent packaging, both editions crossed the “Pond” and arrived in pristine condition!
What a beautiful comment- thank you so much ☺️ I am delighted that you like your book and so grateful to you for buying it. Have a super weekend, Brad. Take care 🦋🌻
Hi I find such peace watching you, it is a pleasure to see nature and watch your lovely sweet Zephyr, I just ordered your journal have wanted it for quite awhile I know I will love it. Don’t stop making your beautiful videos ❤️
What a kind comment, Jayne and thank you so much for buying my book too! Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Wonderful Vanessa 👌 love the bread and a great film to 👍
Agreed - I love rough crusty bread like that! 😋
It was delicious!😋 Thank you for watching. Take care 🌻🦋
Scurvy she says...Now she's a proper seaman! (Consider the book "Two Years Before the Mast" for the legacy of the sea, even inland waters, as it were.) Every time I step onto a dock to teach a sailing class, I swear my blood pressure drops 10 points.
Take good care of our wonderful host, Zeff. ❤
Great tip! I shall look it up. Thank you for watching. Take care 🦋🌻
Love all your videos, so chilled but particularly this one. I’m a widow but have my constant companion dear Jess, so lovely to see you and Zeph x😮
Give Jess a hug from me. Thank you so much for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Congratulations on discovering the joy of a tranquil anchorage that we cruising sailors have enjoyed for years, decades, and longer. Perhaps an overnighter is in the works??
Another gorgeous cruise. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Wonderful the whole episode made me smile the whole way through ,as a crossword fanatic i can guarantee within a couple of days the answer to a clue of a word seldom used here will appear and the word was CHAI and you will know what the clue was. !! Take care kind regards Terence & Kate 🐾🐾
Good luck with the crossword! Thank you for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Thank you Vanessa for another wonderful video. I am so pleased to see you got to anchor in the Lake, it must have been the magic talisman a gave you that kept you safe and stopped Alice Grace from grounding. It has pleased me so much and made my week to see you use it in your video. Bon voyage and safe sailing where ever our beautiful water ways and canals take you, from Malcolm the Weaver Wizard 🧙♂️
Thanks, woman you’re just amazing. ✌🏻👊🏼
You have a great eye for nature. When I was quite a bit younger I used to cycle the country lanes and towpaths around Cheshire. But I didn't see half the things you do. Thank you for sharing your experiences. P.S. Zephyr is so lovely and always brings a smile to my face whenever she appears.
Vanessa, thanks again for taking us with you and Zeph on your journeys. Best wishes from Chicago.
Thank you so much 😊 Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
A Swiss Army knife on your keyring is a great little addition! I got an even smaller one on my keyring, but it is amazing how often it comes in handy! Both my wife and her father requested one for a Christmas present last year, and find so many uses for them (box cutting being amongst the main ones!) 😊
I have used it so much already! Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🌻🦋
Yet again, a beautiful restful vlog (with the exception of the hedge being flailed during official bird nesting season 😡)
Thank you Vanessa. Very enjoyable ☀️🌳🦆xx
Thank you for watching and your kind comment, Peter. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
The early clip you did of “Titty” onboard Swallow took me back over 50 years Vanessa… the original film is still a real pick me up if you’re feeling low… proper English entertainment 😊
It’s wonderful isn’t it? There are two spin off which I was watching last weekend- The Coot Club and The Big Six which are also fabulous! Thank you for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Lovely video! Thank you for such a relaxing video. I enjoyed Zephyr with her sweet character. Have a great weekend.
Thanks for the fun meander on the lake and walk. and the history. Sitting in the middle of a lake in a boat is so peaceful and relaxing. Take care as always Vanessa. =-)
It was so relaxing! Thank you so much, Lorraine. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Awesome, as always.
Lately I'm just up the hill feeding wild crows. I call them the Motley Crew.
Thus far I can only identify the ones I've named Jose, Uncle Fester & Moe.
May your days remain shared miracles.
Chau
Lovely, I absolutely love these super relaxing vibes ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤
Thank you so much, Cindy! Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Bottle of wine for hydration 😂😂😂love it
It's surely on every survival kit list, isn't it? 🤔🤭 Thank you so much for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
oh my lord... you have created the most beautiful video so far. absolutly stunning xx
Always lovely to join you and Zephyr on an adventure
Thank you so much for joining us. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Thank You so much Vanessa.Very very enjoyable xxx😍
Thank you for a lovely adventure
You are very welcome! Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Thank you
What an adventure for you all at anchor it looked amazing hope the bridge crunch didn’t do too much damage we could see it was not going to fit under 🤔 but still held my breath 😃😆😄😁
Another page of gorgeous art work 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Hi can I say just how much I enjoy watching your video and how lovely it was having dropped anchor ⚓️ and having lunch in the middle always find your videos so so relaxing really looking forward to seeing your next video keep safe 😊👍🏻
That is so kind of you, Mark. Thank you so much 😊 Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
I have said many times, if moorings are difficult on rivers, why can't you just drop anchor! Guess you proved you can 😂
Great vlog, you are on a stretch we so want to cruise 🐝
It was so much fun! If we had a tender with us, I might have stayed there all week! Thank you for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Brilliant Adventure!
Thank you again,😊
The gorgeous sunset reflecting across the water was just so beautiful too see, but too actually be there must have been wonderful. So glad you told where all the salt is used, I wondered, as you have passed salt mines in previous vlogs but could not recall if you mentioned. All I could think is who uses that much salt!!😂😂. Zeph is such a beautiful girl. 🤩
Another lovely 🙏🙏video.....
Love the "Viaduck" duckies!🦆🦆🦆It's a beautiful one too! And what a treat to have lunch (scrumptious bread!) while anchored in the middle of the lake! Glad you weren't stuck after you weighed anchor (Yay!). Those Dead Man Fingers are always creepily-beautiful. I've never seen one where I live though, just photos of them. By the way, I started a preliminary drawing an image that appeared to me after I woke up the other day of a wolf with a Robin Moth (Hyalophora cecropia), which I hope to work on over the weekend. 🐺🦋🌕 I may add a moon too? Great illustrations of Dead Man Fingers, Orange Ladybird Larvae, and Rosy Veincap. Have a great weekend! Jenny
Thank you for that wonderful
happy mental adventure 👍🏻🤩🌞
Thank you so much 😊 Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Hi Vanessa. That was a great adventure especially using your anchor. Love the expression on Zephyr 's face. Take care. Sandy and Ruski.
It was so much fun! Thank you so much Sandy and Ruski! Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Seasonal variations brings a different “melody” and a rhythm of reflection can be seen. Thank you
Fantastic vlog, inspiring and your poetry and artwork is amazing. New subscriber. Paul
Welcome to the channel, Paul and thank you so much for such a lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋
What a beautiful. part of the country hard to believe you are in what was the heart of the industrial north. Lovely relaxing vlog as always. take care.
It is stunning here! Thank you for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Fabulous photography. Loved how Zafer ( sorry if spelt incorrect) lol,loved how she finally got her stick/ water time , such a lovely,loyal and warm companion x
Thank you so much 😊 Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Thanks Vanessa. Top notch for my Saturday morning as we head into summer.
Yip listen to the old Ducks eh.....they always have some advice :)
Anchoring is a skill well learned 👍🏻🤩🌊☝🏻
Thank you taking us on your wonderful journey. The ducks definitely disapproved. But i am sure they have seen it before. Hope little repair is needed. Lake was vreat adventure. The derelict boats while interesting is sad. That sure was a less traveled path to town. The SAK will serve you well. Thank you for sharing. Everyone stay safe, happy and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia
Thank you so much, Norm. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
What a great adventure. And that beautiful sunset. Thank you yet again for making and sharing such wonderful Vlogs. 🙂
Thank you so much, Paul! Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
You look like a very good cook.
So thoughtful
Nice 1 Vanessa, have a lovely weekend…
You too!🤗 Take care 🦋🌻
Absolutely love watching your amazing videos and the lovely places you visit. Your dog is adorable ❤
Thank you so much 😊 Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Thank you Vanessa for another wonderful and informative vlog, there is such a serene and gentle nature which I'm sure reflect yours and Zephyr's spirit. I love Chai tea too......
Chai tea is super delicious isn’t it? Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Hi. I’ve recently discovered your wonderful vlogs. I’m going to introduce my son to them, he is autistic and these vids will help. He is a fantastic artist, currently studying illustration at Bournemouth uni. We have talked about career opportunities when he has finished uni. Part of autism is high anxiety levels. A job in a busy design office would be a big challenge. If he can see there are alternatives it will help. He too loves nature and I think he’ll see himself in what you are doing. Thank you. Sorry for long comment and I’m not implying you have anxiety etc. just think your life choices would be a good option for him. 🙂
Lovely vlog! Zephyr wanted a stick, not envelopes!
What a fantastic adventure today; full of intrigue and suspense! Will they get stuck on the sandbar, will they make it under the bridge? All carried along with a fun musical score, and completed with two very judgmental ducks looking down their beaks at you😂😂😂 Fabulous!
The ducks were like judges on Strictly Come Dancing weren’t they? 😂 Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
You live a simply rich well
meaning life 👍🏻🌞🌊
I do enjoy your presentations... all the best...
great vlog on the cut keep up the great vlogs you do on the travels on the cut cranking it thanks lee
Thank you so much kind, Lee! Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Another great one, have a cracking weekend .
That is so kind of you, Mike! Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
This illustration’s really are world class 👌
That is so kind of you. Thank you so much 😊 Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Love my Saturday mornings with you over a cuppa Vanessa and Zephyr. I loved Swallows and Amazons when I was a kid, still something so magical about it.
Had to giggle at the end when you paused after two sesame snaps, will there be a third....😅
❤ this was definitely needed today. I have spent the last couple of days filling out tribunal papers. The LA are refusing to assess my son for an EHCP even though he meets the leagal frame work !
Beware of wizards bearing gifts..as my old granny used to say!!!.🤣🤣
Beautiful to watch❤
Thank you so much 😊 Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Lovely vlog as usual. Enjoyed watching. Thank you.
Thank you so much, Andrew. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Duck under the Viaduck with the ducks 🤣👍🏻🤩😃
Glad that the mooring was OK whilst you were away.
I can't get Chai in my local supermarket anymore, seeing it reminded me to find another source.
Lovely wildlife 😊
Waitrose sell Chai, but I’m not sure where you are. It’s only bags though. It would be great to get a loose leaf version. Thank you for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
High Vanessa great job again never miss your journey 🧚🏻🧚🏻
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it John! Thank you so much. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
Wow, isn’t that Hayley Mills in that first clip? The object of great interest to pre teen and esrly teen boys here in America back in the day. Her sister Juliet was on tv here too, and her Dad John Mills in my favorite Dickens film Great Expectations, he played the grown up Pip. Great memories, great video too, watch those low bridges Vanessa, lol.
I think it was Sophie Neville. It was Swallows and Amazons 1974 film. Thank you for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻
I believe you are right, oh well, the vid was still great, lol
Is 12:31 pm here in Missouri and I'm holding off having lunch until finishing this ... that loaf of bread looks good. There is a health thing where the less wheat bread I eat the better & I've not got any bread of any kind at home right now ... maybe a quick run to the store before lunch ...???
Very wise. It is tasty though! 🤭 Take care 🌻🦋
What a fun video for my break between 2 end of semester assessments! I haven’t heard of those books/movie. I’ll have to check it out. I did love The Famous 5 which by Enid Blyton when I was I child which gives the same kind of vibe 🙂 I tried to read them to my kids but they got such a giggle at the old version of shortening the name Richard, I couldn’t continue 😆